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On Saturday, March 20, 2021, Donald Smith Jr, loving husband and father of one daughter passed away at the age of 57.

 

Donald was born on March 15, 1964 in Chicago Illinois to Donald and Juanita Smith.

He moved to Arizona shortly after graduating high school. Loving husband of Sally. Susan, My heart goes out to you. Smith was released from prison just 21 days after raping Janice in 2013 and then strangling her. Cheryl. I am glad you made peace with Jesus and I will see you in Heaven someday. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Donald was a Detective with the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department for 25 years before retiring in 1991 and belonged to the National Rifle Association. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. HUSBAND OF NAOMI M. SMITH, SGT---US MARINE CORPS, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Charles' final act was the donation of his organs to help save or improve a strangers' life.

Charles was loved and will be missed by many.

There will be a wake and funeral at service Xalychidom Piipaash Nyvaash 3660 N. Horne Road Mesa, Arizona 85203. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Existing subscribers can sign up for EZ Pay by visiting, Subscribers can update their payment method online by visiting. He is preceded in death by his father Edmund Leonard Smith Sr, mother Iris Garnett Smith, brothers Edmund Smith Jr., James Smith and sisters Sharon Smith and Kathi Smith. All rights reserved. Thank you for letting us come down with jeff & pat that was a great vacation.Don was always joking around and a good man.may you rest in peace Don .love RAY & Helen Greening. The wake will be March 14, 2019 at 6 pm and funeral will be March 15, 2019 at 8:00 am. There was an error deleting this problem. Then he threw her body on the riverbed. Try again later. Paul was born on January 6, 1957 in Phoenix, Arizona and passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2023 in Flagstaff, Arizona. MIchelle and I know your pain Susan,I wish we could tell you something to make you smile only for a little while. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Please reset your password. Charles is an enrolled member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, he is O'odham, Piipaash and Warm Springs-Yakima (Oregon). He was also compassionate, always willing to help his family and friends. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Obituary Donald E. Smith, 72 Nov. 05, 1949- July 25, 2022 Celebration of Life Memorial, Aug 19, 2022, 12:00pm, 15416 W Valentine St., Surprise, AZ 85379. Donald Lindsey Smith, age 88, passed away March 5, 2020, after declining from Alzheimers disease and from complications following a stroke. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/178142038/donald-day-smith. I can just hear all the witty remarks he is making looking down on us now. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Obituary Charles Donald Smith passed away on March 6, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 57. A memorial service and funeral service will be held at Phoenix Memorial 200 W. Beardsley Rd.

He is preceded in death by his father Edmund Leonard Smith Sr, mother Iris Garnett Smith, brothers Edmund Smith Jr., James Smith and sisters Sharon Smith and Kathi Smith. Connect with our staff on topics that matter to you via email or request a reprint. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? He remained a lifelong witness of the Book of Mormon and the Prophet Joseph Smith. Donald L Smith. Sorry! Eventually, Charles and Cynthia separated, but they remained friends through out his life. We thought of don as a son of our own.As for you don, May you rest in peace and our hearts will always be with you. Don enrolled at Oglethorpe University in Chamblee, Georgia, and later received his Bachelor of Laws degree from John Marshall Law School in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1959. Where has the time gone? There, he received commissions as both a Kentucky Colonel and as an Honorary Colonel in the Kentucky State Police. Sign in to your account in the app to unlock your unlimited access. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Eventually, Charles and Cynthia separated, but they remained friends through out his life. . We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. <p>On Saturday, March 20, 2021, Donald Smith Jr, loving husband and father of one daughter passed away&nbsp;at the age of 57.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Donald was born on March 15, 1964 in Chicago Illinois to Donald and Juanita Smith.</p> <p>He moved to Arizona shortly after graduating high school. Life is very different for me. Sometimes there are unexpected delays due to production problems or adverse weather conditions. I wish you were still here with me. We love you. Rest In Peace, Don. If you are a new subscriber and started your subscription with a promotional rate, your subscription rate does increase after the promotional period has ended. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Charles was born on September 25, 1961 in Phoenix, Arizona. May your memory live among us all. In 1952, during the Korean War, Don was drafted into military service and trained as an infantry soldier in the U.S. Army at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Each edition explores different subjects such as travel, food, technology, and much more, Newsletters can be sent right to your inbox! His friends and family describe him as quiet in larger groups but talkative with friends and family. Regency Mortuary 9850 W Thunderbird Rd, Sun City, AZ 85351, Regency Mortuary 9850 W Thunderbird Rd, Sun City, AZ 85351. Click "Create Account" and follow the instructions to make a profile. Donald was born on May 26, 1926 in Altadena, California to William and Nigria Smith. Dr. Donald Philip Smith, 90, died peacefully in his sleep Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023, with his wife, Mary Jane, by his side. The viewing will be at 9:00 AM and the funeral at 10:00 AM. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Smith; granddaughter, Terry Walker; his sister, Dorothy Smith and his parents, He was born on July 13, 1986 the son of Sergio Ortega and Josie Gallegos in Hobbs, New Mexico. I will love him forever. Suggested donation : Alzheimer's Association, Funeral arrangement under the care ofRegency Mortuary & Crematory. If you are a seasoned subscriber and your rate has increased, we sent you notification about this change, but should you have questions about it, please contact Customer Service (phone number and service hours are below). Recommend Donald (Donnie)'s obituary to your friends. He was also a protector; his family and close friends knew that Charles would do what he could to protect them from any harm. However, there were a few times he lived in Salt River. If you purchased your subscription online, you set an email address and password when you completed your purchase. He lived most of his life in Phoenix, Arizona. Complete the required steps. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. I was so very happy with you. He will truly be missed by those who knew him. Scottsdale - Donald R Smith (1927-2022) passed away peacefully on may 11th, 2022. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Love ya! To plant trees in memory, please visit the, I remember when Louie, Bernice, Al and I went by rail accross the nation to colorado rented a car and made our way to phoenix, Az and stayed over night with Don and Cheryl,and children, what a meal and hospitality he cooked up we enjoyed the yard and next day breakfast at one of his favorite resturants, I was so empressed how his car somehow went down door opened and their was a ramp he put himself behind wheel and away he went, we met up with John and Lynn near Tucson and visited the aircraft museumn,and yard of stored military put to rest aircraft toured in past presidential aircrafts was fantastic time with beautiful people, Alvin was in seventh heaven, take care folks, Don is watching over you and if you think you feel his presence, its probably true. Charles is survived by his daughter, Sophia McAnlis (Smith), his sisters Roselyn Smith, Kim Smith, his brother Dwayne Smith and many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. However, there were a few times he lived in Salt River.

Charles married Cynthia Ray; Cynthia had a daughter Angela, who Charles loved and cared for as his own. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Charles Donald Smith. Who Receive obituaries Sophie Pelmont Dean that's how this last year seems to have gone. He lived most of his life in Phoenix, Arizona. We love you! You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Charles Donald Smith. Eventually, Charles and Cynthia separated, but they remained friends through out his life. I can't believe it has been 3 weeks tomorrow since I saw my Donnie. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org. You are still my life. Don worked as the security patrol for the FBI in Atlanta, where the couples next child, Susan, was born in 1960. Donald Ray Smith, affectionately called Donnie, was born on July 25, 1961 to the late Allen Sr. and Lurene Smith in Baton Rouge, LA. Visit our Support Center Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. February 9, 1932 - It is because of you and your strength that I so deeply admire that I am the mother and woman I am today. You can cancel at any time by calling Customer Service at 1-800-332-6733. Cherly and girls. Arizona Obituaries All Metro Areas 1 Phoenix Area All Counties 15 Also includes Boroughs, Municipalities, Parishes, and other subregions. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. You welcomed Leah and I into your home as if we had been around for years. I hope and pray that his family, friends and loved ones find comfort in the days and weeks to come. Miss you all so much! We have great memories and fun times together that we will never forget. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Charles was resilient, he did not have an easy life, but he never let situations get him down, he was going to live his life his way. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. Failed to delete memorial. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Mesa, AZ 85203 Loading map Previous Events Visitation MAR 14. When you receive an email from us, scroll to the bottom of the email and click unsubscribe. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments.

Charles attended church regularly at Grace Luther Church in Phoenix, Az. I am very sad he is gone but after all the fighting he did I'm glad his pain and suffering is gone. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Browse Locations. He was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Wow, it's been 6 months since I last saw you. Charles married Cynthia Ray; Cynthia had a daughter Angela, who Charles loved and cared for as his own. There are no events scheduled. Charles Donald Smith <p>Charles Donald Smith passed away on March 6, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 57. To link your subscription, please follow the directions below: Open our app that you purchased a subscription for. Love to Cheryl and the family. We are praying for you. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Charles was loved and will be missed by many. 2. However, there were a few times he lived in Salt River. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Memories and condolences may be left at the Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com. The viewing will be at 9:00 AM and the funeral at 10:00 AM. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. i always thought of you as family can you blame me? Donald Ray Smith, 84, of Sun City, AZ, passed away December 22, 2010. You were the best uncle that I have ever had. The family r. ORTEGA, ANDREW Posted by "ANGELS IN WAITING" on 2023-02-13 - Andrew Ortega, age 31, formally of Hobbs, New Mexico, currently living in Maricopa, Arizona, went to be with our loving Father in Heaven, on February 3, 2019. You will always be in my heart forever and ever. However, there were a few times he lived in Salt River. The wake will be March 14, 2019 at 6 pm and funeral will be March 15, 2019 at 8:00 am. there was so much i still wanted to learn from you, and you were willing to teach, even if our "morning meeting" did consist of the front nine of tpc scottsdale on "tiger woods". May your memories bring you comfort I want you all to know Don well be Missed, He was special to us and he was a Very good Employee, One of the best Truck Drivers I have ever meet And there was noting he could not fix, weaher it was a brocken Heart or a truck. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. This memorial page is dedicated for family, friends and future generations to celebrate the life of their loved one. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley. Residents living in California, Vermont, New York, and Maine can cancel online by visiting their Account Management page once logged in to the website. Year should not be greater than current year. He was always joking and teasing his friends and family, often giving them nicknames and even giving himself nicknames like "Don Carlos" and "Killer." They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. look at my real family! Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. If you no longer remember the password, try clicking on the Forgot password link on the sign in page to trigger an email with a link to reset your password. He was born Wednesday, Aug. 10, 1932, to Dr. F.M. Passed peacefully away at Tauranga Hospital on Tuesday 24 January 2023, after a brave battle. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Our EZ Pay automatic payment program offers the convenience and security of renewing your subscription by automatic deductions from a credit card. He was also compassionate, always willing to help his family and friends. Your niece Jeanine Smith. Cemetery Details. Donnie was like a father, teacher, and brother all rolled into one to me. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo . Recommend Donald's obituary to your friends. just know that you're missed terribly, and we love you very much. He was always joking and teasing his friends and family, often giving them nicknames and even giving himself nicknames like "Don Carlos" and "Killer." Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. He began proselyting in Gainesville, Georgia, and later served as the supervising elder in the North Alabama District until his release. Smith, Donald "Don" 62, of Phoenix, AZ a vietnam veteran and long time truck driver passed away on February 1, 2011 with his family by his side. 04/27/1957 - 05/31/2022.

Charles is survived by his daughter, Sophia McAnlis (Smith), his sisters Roselyn Smith, Kim Smith, his brother Dwayne Smith and many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. An exact digital replica of the printed edition, is available early morning. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Pastor Sarah Stadler will officiate the service. Listen today at. Access unlimited news on all your devices, receive subscriber-only newsletters, exclusive content, and tons of perks. Learn more about merges. When you receive an email from us, scroll to the bottom of the email and click unsubscribe. If you do not link your subscription, you will not be able to access unlimited stories, subscriber-only content, and the eNewspaper on our desktop and mobile website and eNewspaper app. You have funeral questions, we have answers. You can easily find the terms and conditions for your subscription by visiting. Next, while serving in Las Vegas, Nevada, Don was promoted to an Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge in the field office. Your little lessons taught me alot, and i believe helped me be the man i am today.Thanks for everything and just remember that fat boy will be thinking of you. He was a great man, brother-in-law, trucking buddy, and friend. He went to school at Kern Valley High School in Lake Isabella, Calif. You will be missed and never forgotten. Drag images here or select from your computer for Donald Day Smith memorial. However, when there is no postal delivery, such as federally recognized holidays, your newspaper will be delivered the next day there is postal delivery available. Phoenix, AZ 85027. Place classified and announcement notices or grow your business with advertising and marketing solutions. He will be missed by all who knew him, but most of all by myself and his kitty cats. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password.

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